This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Following the appointment of a new Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) and internal restructure of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Digital & Technology Services (DTS) are seeking an outstanding leader to join us as Chief Data & AI Officer. Reporting directly to the CDIO, this pivotal role will shape the university's approach to data, analytics and artificial intelligence across our global campuses in the UK, China and Malaysia.

As the university's senior authority for data and AI, you will lead the development and delivery of an ambitious institutional strategy that enables data-driven decision making, unlocks the value of our data assets, and drives responsible innovation. You will champion the design of modern data platforms, advanced analytics capabilities and AI services, ensuring that data is trusted, accessible and used effectively to support teaching, research and operational excellence.

Working closely with UEB colleagues, academic leaders and Professional Services teams, you will establish robust governance frameworks, oversee AI ethics and promote a culture of data literacy and evidence-based decision making. You will also lead multidisciplinary teams spanning data engineering, analytics and AI, developing capabilities that support long-term institutional transformation.

We are looking for a visionary leader with a strong track record in data strategy, AI, analytics and organisational change. You will combine technical expertise, commercial awareness and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills to help shape the university's digital future and deliver lasting impact through data and AI.

Join us and help shape the University of Nottingham's digital future

We are also recruiting:

• Director of Digital Engagement & Business Partnering
• Director of Digital Partnerships
• Director of Service Delivery & Resilience 

 What the university offers:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working 
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact Raja Javaid (Chief Digital & Information Officer), raja.javaid@nottingham.ac.uk, if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted

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Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Following the appointment of a new Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) and internal restructure of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Digital & Technology Services (DTS) are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Director of Digital Engagement & Business Partnering. Reporting directly to the CDIO, this strategic leadership role will shape how DTS partners with Schools, Faculties and Professional Services to deliver digital innovation and transformation across our global university community. 

Leading a team of Business Partners, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to co-create digital strategies, develop compelling business cases, secure investment, and ensure the successful delivery of initiatives that support the university's strategic ambitions. You will act as a trusted advisor, helping leaders identify opportunities to leverage technology, data and digital capabilities to improve outcomes for our staff, students and wider community.

As a member of the DTS Senior Leadership Team, you will champion a culture of collaboration, innovation and user-centred thinking, building strong partnerships across our UK, China and Malaysia campuses. You will also play a key role in demand management, prioritisation, governance and benefits realisation, ensuring digital investments deliver measurable value.

We are looking for a credible leader with significant experience of stakeholder engagement, digital transformation, business partnering and leading high-performing teams. Strong influencing skills, commercial awareness and the ability to translate strategy into impactful delivery are essential.

Join us and help shape the University of Nottingham's digital future

We are also recruiting:

• Director of Digital Partnerships
• Chief Data & AI Officer
• Director of Service Delivery & Resilience

What the university offers:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working 
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. Your working hours will be (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements. 

Please contact Raja Javaid (Chief Digital & Information Officer), raja.javaid@nottingham.ac.uk, if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

#LI-DNI

#INT

Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Following the appointment of a new Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) and internal restructure of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Digital & Technology Services (DTS) are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Director of Digital Partnerships. Reporting directly to the CDIO, this is a unique opportunity to shape how the University of Nottingham identifies, engages with, and realises value from the wider technology ecosystem.

As the strategic lead for external technology innovation, you will act as the "front door" for digital partnerships, building a diverse network of technology providers, startups, SMEs, research collaborators, and innovation partners. You will lead activities to identify emerging technologies with transformational potential and create partnership models that enable experimentation and delivery of innovative solutions.

Working across our global campuses in the UK, China and Malaysia, you will ensure that promising technologies are explored, governed appropriately, and translated into sustainable institutional value. You will also represent the university at industry forums and innovation networks, strengthening our reputation as a partner of choice for digital innovation.

We are seeking a strategic, commercially astute leader with significant experience in digital transformation, innovation ecosystems, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement.  You will combine strong technical fluency with exceptional influencing skills and a proven ability to translate emerging technology opportunities into measurable organisational outcomes.

Join us and help shape the University of Nottingham's digital future 

We are also recruiting:

• Director of Digital Engagement & Business Partnering
• Chief Data & AI Officer
• Director of Service Delivery & Resilience

 What the university offers:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working 
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact Raja Javaid (Chief Digital & Information Officer), raja.javaid@nottingham.ac.uk, if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

#LI-DNI

#INT

Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Following the appointment of a new Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) and internal restructure of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Digital & Technology Services (DTS) are seeking an outstanding leader to join us as Director of Service Delivery & Resilience. Reporting directly to the CDIO, this strategic role will lead the transformation of service delivery across the University of Nottingham’s global digital estate.

As the senior leader responsible for service delivery, operational excellence and resilience, you will define and deliver a clear vision for a secure, reliable and customer-focused digital ecosystem. You will lead the development of service strategies, resilience frameworks and operating models that ensure our technology services remain robust, scalable and aligned to the university’s strategic ambitions.

You will oversee service management, business continuity, disaster recovery and major incident response, while driving continuous improvement through industry best practice, performance insight and effective governance.  

Working closely with colleagues across DTS and the wider University, you will champion a proactive, resilience-first culture that balances operational stability with digital innovation.

We are seeking a highly credible leader with significant experience in large-scale IT operations, service management and organisational transformation. You will bring strong stakeholder engagement, supplier management and crisis leadership capabilities, alongside a passion for delivering exceptional digital services. 

Join us and help shape the University of Nottingham's digital future 

We are also recruiting:

• Director of Digital Engagement & Business Partnering
• Director of Digital Partnerships
• Chief Data & AI Officer

 What the university offers:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working 
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website 

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements. 

Please contact Raja Javaid (Chief Digital & Information Officer), raja.javaid@nottingham.ac.uk, if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

#LI-DNI

#INT

Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only